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Tarleton State University Instructor, Mechanical Engineering Technology in Stephenville, Texas
Job Title
Instructor, Mechanical Engineering Technology
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Engineering Technology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
The Department of Engineering Technology (http://www.tarleton.edu/engtech/) in the Mayfield College of Engineering (http://www.tarleton.edu/engineering/) invites candidates to apply for the Instructor of Mechanical Engineering Technology. This position is a 9-month, non-tenure track position primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses at the Stephenville campus location but may be assigned to teach courses and provide support at all campus locations as well as online. Additional responsibilities will include managing, re-imagining, implementing and sustaining hands-on laboratories to support the learning process, continued development of learning processes and operational support for the department, college, and institution. Work hours are Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. -5 p.m. or as work and teaching requirements indicate. Required teaching load will be a 30-hour total course load during the fall and spring semesters including lab components. Summer employment beyond the 9-month contract will be contingent upon the need for services and budget availability. Requires the ability to teach and/or work remotely at the University’s discretion. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:100%Teaching and Service: Develops, implements and reviews effective teaching/learning processes, incorporating appropriate methodology, technology and other tools; remains current in discipline and update course content when appropriate to reflect current levels of student knowledge in the discipline; develop a system for ongoing evaluation of both teaching and learning, including expectations of student competency and student learning outcomes: work in partnership with immediate supervisor through a formal system of evaluation of instruction to identify strengths and weaknesses and to identify professional development activities expected to improve student learning; maintain an appropriate schedule of office hours for student access and inquiry; work in partnership with student success personnel on student mentoring and orientation; and participate in institutional service roles such as but not limited to, department. college, and university committees, club sponsorship, and advisory committees. student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.
Required Education: Earned master's degree in mechanical engineering or technical field from an accredited university
Required Qualifications: Candidates must demonstrate their ability for effective instruction or have evidence of interdisciplinary industrial experience and show clear promise of teaching excellence as evidenced in evaluation by peers and department head.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrate ability in the discipline and show clear promise of teaching excellence as evidenced in evaluation by peers, department head, and college dean
Documents required:
Completed online application
Cover letter
Resume/CV
Three professional references with complete contact information
Unofficial transcripts
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution before a letter of appointment is issued.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference.
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